On social media, many viewers stunned after a viral video showed UPS driver broke down his paycheck to reveal how much he earns.
A recent TikTok video by Skyler Stutzman, a UPS driver from Millersburg, Oregon, has shocked viewers by revealing the real earning potential of UPS drivers.
Many people had no idea how much drivers can make, and Skyler’s detailed breakdown of his paycheck has opened eyes to the true financial rewards of this line of work.
UPS driver’s weekly pay breakdown
Skyler’s viral TikTok video, which has garnered over 11.9 million views, shows exactly how much he earns as a UPS driver. In his post, Skyler shares his weekly pay stub and walks viewers through his earnings.
Skyler’s total earnings for the week were as follows:
– Total earnings: $2,004.98
– Taxes: $487.49
– Total deductions: $204.25
– Net take-home pay: $1,313.24
These figures are just one example of what a UPS driver can earn. However, Skyler also revealed his year-to-date income, which provides a clearer picture of the long-term earnings for someone in this role.
Hourly breakdown of UPS driver’s pay
Skyler didn’t stop at just showing his weekly total.
He also explained how his hourly rate breaks down. For the year so far, Skyler has worked a total of 1,735 hours. His total earnings for this period add up to $76,243. This comes out to an impressive $44 per hour.
Here’s a further breakdown of his pay:
– Current pay rate: $44.26 per hour
– Regular overtime: As an employee of UPS, Skyler earns overtime pay, which increases his earnings.
– Production bonuses: UPS drivers also receive bonuses based on their performance and productivity.
– Total hours worked: 42.76 hours in one week, contributing to his yearly total of 1,735 hours.
Social media reaction
This level of transparency about his pay left many viewers surprised.
These reactions reflect the shock that many people felt upon learning how much UPS drivers can earn.
One person said: Not me applying for UPS and listing Skyler Stutzman as a reference.
A second wrote: 40 dollars an hour. meanwhile me fighting for my life making 15 an hour.
While a third commented: Not me realizing that a UPS driver makes more than I do. 20 years in my field with a degree!
Another added: Damn.. hopefully they’re hiring cuz that’s honestly a lot of money for the work
How to become a Full-Time UPS driver
Skyler also shared some insight into how long it takes to reach a full-time UPS driving position and earn top pay. He began his journey with the company in September 2008, at the age of 18.
For the first several years, Skyler worked in the warehouse, which gave him valuable experience but did not yet lead to a driving position.
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After working nearly six years in the warehouse, Skyler was offered a full-time driving position. However, there are several steps to becoming a full-time driver at UPS:
Skyler’s transparent breakdown of his earnings has sparked conversations about pay and career opportunities at UPS.
Some viewers are now reconsidering their own careers, thinking that becoming a UPS driver could offer better pay and job stability than their current positions.